Barb Ivey
I think differently about how people live and believe in bringing a sense of humour to their homes.
My Dad had a passion for architecture and the restoration of heritage buildings (including Benmiller Inn in Godrich, ON) and Mum had innate taste in furniture and colour.
This is the environment I grew up in and was my first exposure to interior design.
I also had the advantage of traveling with my parents experiencing beautiful hotels, great food, architecture, museums and theatre in Europe.
I studied Interior Design at the Inchbald School of Design in London, UK and spent seven years working for both commercial and residential design firms.
Moving to Toronto, I was fortunate to work with the legendary John Manuel who became my mentor and continues to have an enormous impact on my style.
I have over 30 years of experience listening to how my clients want to live and bringing it to life in their home.
“My space was dated, and designed with inefficient use of space so I embarked on a complete renovation of my condo with Barb. At no point in the project did I experience any stress or worry. It was seamless and exciting! My place is now spacious, modern and reflects the balance of my style perfectly: feminine, artistic, with some rock-n-roll.”